Serving 298 students in grades 6-8, Baychester Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Baychester Middle School serves a 1.7 square mile area in the Bronx, NY, with a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school and the furthest edge of the zone located approximately 1.5 miles away. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baychester Middle School's student population of 298 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings
Baychester Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baychester Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3413 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
4%
1%
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Asian
2%
10%
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Hispanic
35%
31%
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Black
55%
15%
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White
3%
39%
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Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baychester Middle School's ranking?
Baychester Middle School is ranked #3413 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Baychester Middle School often compared to?
Baychester Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Alliance Middle School, One World Middle School At Edenwald by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Baychester Middle School?
298 students attend Baychester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Baychester Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baychester Middle School?
Baychester Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Baychester Middle School offer ?
Baychester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baychester Middle School part of?
Baychester Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is Baychester Middle School located?
Baychester Middle School is located in the Edenwald neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Edenwald.
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